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Valley High School Information
ADDRESS: 3650 Woodland Ave.
West Des Moines, IA 50266-2053
MAIN OFFICE: 515-633-4000
ATHLETICS/ACTIVITIES: 515-633-4264
COUNSELING: 515-633-4210
PRINCIPAL: Shane Christensen
ASSOCIATE PRINCIPALS
Shannon Campbell
Jason Lyons
Chris Novak
Megan Thomsen
School Times
HOURS: 8:20 a.m.-3:20 p.m..
COLLABORATION SCHEDULE: Wednesday 8:20 a.m.-2:35 p.m.
News & Events
Latest News
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The West Des Moines Community Schools (WDMCS) Board of Education will hold a special meeting to appoint a new Board member at 7 p.m. in the Community Room on Thursday, April 16, 2026 at the Learning Resource Center, 3550 Mills Civic Parkway, West Des Moines.
The WDMCS Board of Education will hold a regular business meeting April 13, 2026 at the Learning Resource Center in West Des Moines.
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The April 2026 edition of the We Are ALL WDMCS District Newsletter.
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WDMCS invites children ages 2-6 and their grown-ups to Preschool Palooza 2026 on Saturday, April 25 for a day of fun, food, and friendship.
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Valley will host the ‘Burbs Art Show and Reception from 5-7 p.m. on April 9.
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Meet the February 2026 PAWSitive Impact Staff Appreciation award winners.
Upcoming Events
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Clive Learning Academy, Crestview School of Inquiry, Crossroads Park Elementary, Fairmeadows Elementary, Hillside Elementary, Indian Hills Junior High, Jordan Creek Elementary, Stilwell Junior High, V
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3650 Woodland Ave, WDM, IA 50266
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1601 Vine Street, WDM, IA 50265
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600 39th Street, WDM, IA 50265
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3550 Mills Civic Parkway
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1601 Vine Street, WDM, IA 50265
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713 8th Street, WDM, IA 50265
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807 23rd Street, WDM, IA 50265
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3650 Woodland Ave, WDM, IA 50266
Additional Resources
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Access the daily schedule.
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Discover course offerings by grade level.
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Find Out More
about Get Involved at Valley
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If you are interested in using bus service, please visit our Transportation page.
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Your student can eat breakfast and lunch at Valley.